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Why do plants need to exchange gases with the environment?

Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (MindTap Course List)

15th Edition

ISBN:9781337408332

Author:Cecie Starr, Ralph Taggart, Christine Evers, Lisa Starr

Publisher:Cecie Starr, Ralph Taggart, Christine Evers, Lisa Starr

Chapter6: Where It Starts-photosynthesis

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Problem 13SQ: Closed stomata ________. a. limit gas exchange b. permit water loss c. prevent photosynthesis d....

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